Guzheng Class Details<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\nGuzheng is a Chinese string instrument.\u00a0 \u00a0An early guzheng-like instrument was invented in Qin dynasty (221\u2013206 BCE).\u00a0 The guzheng is plucked by the fingers with or without plectra.\u00a0 \u00a0Most modern players use plectra that are attached to up to four fingers on each hand.\u00a0\u00a0<\/sup>Traditional playing styles use the right hand to pluck notes and the left hand to add ornamentation such as pitch slides and vibrato\u00a0by pressing the strings to the left of the movable bridges.\u00a0 Modern styles use both hands to play on the right side of the strings. There are many techniques used to strike notes. One iconic sound is a tremolo produced by the right thumb rotating rapidly around the same note. Other guzheng techniques include harmonics\u00a0where one plucks a string while tapping it at the same time, producing a note in a higher octave.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n- Students work on Guzheng techniques to develop the skills needed to play Chinese music.<\/li>\n
- Improve culture awareness and better understanding of Chinese music and history.<\/li>\n
- Gain confidence and leadership by performing in community events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Come join the class to learn this beautiful instrument!<\/p>\n
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